New Releases by Jessica Gunderson

Introduces the daily life, food, and responsibilities experienced by a pharaoh in Ancient Egypt.

Describes what life would be like if the reader was a cabin attendant on the Titanic.

Ramona must learn to be a better team player so she can save her team and the volleyball court.

King Pelias promises Jason the throne if Jason can capture the Golden Fleece. Jason and his men, the Argonauts, depart on a great journey. After years of sailing adventures, Jason and his men arrive at Colchis, home of the Golden Fleece. Will Jason find what he''s looking for?

A compelling look at conquistadors, including how and why they sailed to the New World, their lifestyle, their weapons and how they remain a part of today’s culture through books and film.

Kenzie uses her super strength skill to learn snowboarding.

Medusa, once a bewitching beauty, has become a hideous monster with snakes for hair. When men look at her, they turn to stone. Whe King Polydectes sends Perseus for Medusas head, he thinks Perseus will soon be another one of Medusas stone men. Or will he?

"Profiles Ninja warriors, including their everyday life, training, fighting methods, and societal role, as well as their place in popular culture"--Provided by publisher.

A description of the Pilgrim''s life on the Mayflower as they sailed to America.

Kenzie''s super strength makes her a super tumbler. But it causes all sorts of problems on the balance beam. If she doesn''t learn to control her strength, all of her teammates will be teasing her.

When star defensive player Zack Fuller''s basketball team faces his former team in the state championship game, he not only must play against his best friend, his current captain refuses to pass the ball to Zack.

Tells the story of the Pilgrims'' first Thankgiving.

Although Howard Tucker is one of the smartest kids at Haskell Indian Boarding School, the scrawny fifteen-year-old would rather play football, and with some advice from Jim Thorpe, he might just get a chance to play the big game.

Introduction to the state of Ohio, including its early history, its land and resources, some of its famous people, and unique events.

Servant and the Water Princess is a Capstone Press publication.

Presents an introduction to Impressionism, describing the art movement''s basic tenets, how and when it started, and its most significant artists.

An introduction to the history, types, gear, techniques, locations, and other elements in the activity of snorkeling, or skin diving.

In 1936, 15-year old Michael Roth and his family are headed to America. They''re leaving Frankfurt, Germany, to escape the Nazi government and start a better life. Michael, however, is more excited about the trip than the destination-- they''ll be riding aboard the giant Hindenburg airship.

The British are coming! Fourteen-year-old Daniel wants to join the militia and fight against the redcoats. His father wants him to stay in Concord, Massachusetts, and help run the blacksmith shop. Daniel thinks the job is pointless, until he finds a secret stash of weapons in the shop''s back room. Now, he must protect the weapons from the British, or the American Revolution could be over before it begins.

Presents an introduction to Romanticism, describing the art movement''s basic tenets, how and when it started, and its most significant artists.

Presents an introduction to Realism, describing the art movement''s basic tenets, how and when it started, and its most significant artists.

Whether mysterious or hilarious, these historical fiction chapter books extend reading skills and build confidence in readers through fast-paced stories set in Ancient China.

A story about a girl who watches a tulip bulb develop teaches young readers about tulips.

A story about a boy''s backyard garden teaches young readers about sunflowers.

When Sam Adams and the Sons of Liberty plan a protest on British taxes by dumping British tea into Boston Harbor, fifteen-year-old Benjamin escapes from his room at the rope-making shop to take part in the American Revolution.

Discusses the Second Continental Congress and its impact on history.

Etha Michael and his family hear about gold being discovered in Alaska, and after reaching there and suffering through icy river crossings, an avalanche, and a fire that burned their home, they must decide whether the search for the precious metal is wort

In graphic novel format, tells the story of how Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin, and the effects it had on the South.

A biography in graphic format of the Shoshoni woman who served as guide and interpreter for the Lewis and Clark Expedition.